Northern Ireland
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Northern Ireland Cruising Guide
An online cruising guide for yachts sailing around Northern Ireland.
See also detailed Cruising Guide to the island of Ireland.
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| Northern Ireland | |
 Northern Ireland | |
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| Capital: | Belfast |
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| Language: | English, Irish |
| Currency: | Pound Sterling |
| Time Zone | UTC 0 and +1 |
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Background
Northern Ireland is a country within the United Kingdom, lying in the northeast of Ireland, covering 5,459 square miles (14,139 km²), about a sixth of the island's total area. It shares a border with the Republic of Ireland to the south and west. In the United Kingdom, it is generally known as one of the four Home Nations and is the only one that is not located on the island of Great Britain.
Describe the cruising/sailing in the region.
Climate & Weather
The weather in Northern Ireland is notoriously unpredictable, and it is not uncommon to experience a full range of meteological conditions in a single week. As with the rest of the island of Ireland and Great Britain, the province is particularly susceptible to rain. - (Expand this ...)
Sources of weather forecasting here.
Charts
Submit details of the charts required for safe navigation of the area.
Any navigation notes here.
Local Radio Nets
Also see Cruiser's Nets
Arrival/Departure procedures
See United Kingdom
Immigration and Customs
See United Kingdom
Ports & Popular Stops
- Bangor
- Belfast Lough (Port of entry)
- Carlingford Lough
- Larne (Port of entry)
- Strangford Lough
Offshore Islands
Details?
Health
Submit any health warnings/information
Security
Despite a reputation as unsafe, Northern Ireland has one of the lowest crime rates among industrialized countries. According to statistics from the U.N. International Crime Victimization Survey (ICVS 2004), Northern Ireland has one of the lowest crime rates in Europe (lower than the United States and the rest of the United Kingdom). In fact, the results of the latest ICVS show that Japan is the only industrialized place safer than Northern Ireland. Almost all visitors experience a trouble-free stay.
Transportation
Transportation to mainland or other countries, etc.
References & Publications
Books, Guides, etc.
Cruiser's Friends
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Forum Discussions
List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)
External Links
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
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